EP20K200CQ240C7

Overview

The Altera EP20K200CQ240C7 is a high-performance Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) belonging to the APEX 20K family. It features 8320 logic elements and 168 I/O pins housed in a 240-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP). The device utilizes a 0.15-µm copper-metal fabrication process, supporting a maximum operating frequency of 170 MHz at the commercial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. It operates on a single 2.5 V supply voltage and includes 104 kbit of embedded memory for system integration.

Feature Summary

• APEX 20K architecture with 8320 logic elements and MultiCore technology integrating LUTs and embedded memory
• High-speed performance up to 170 MHz using 0.15-µm copper interconnect process
• 168 I/O lines with support for various I/O standards
• 104 kbit embedded memory capacity for FIFO, dual-port RAM, or CAM implementations

Applications

• High-density digital signal processing systems
• Complex interface bridging and protocol conversion
• Custom logic acceleration in telecommunications infrastructure
• Industrial control systems requiring deterministic timing

Procurement Notes

This component is identified as obsolete or end-of-life by the manufacturer. Availability is restricted to secondary market distributors or surplus stock. Verify RoHS compliance status carefully, as original production batches may not meet current environmental regulations. Confirm package integrity and moisture sensitivity level handling upon receipt.

Selection Notes

Select this part when legacy APEX 20K pin compatibility is required or when specific 2.5V operation is necessary. Compare against EP20K200EQI240-2 for potential package differences (QFP vs BGA) within the same logic density. Ensure design tools support the older Quartus II software environment required for this generation of FPGAs.

Part Context

The EP20K200CQ240C7 is part of the APEX 20K series, which succeeded the FLEX 10K family. It offers higher density and speed through copper interconnect technology. This specific suffix 'C7' denotes the commercial temperature grade and speed bin. It serves as a bridge between earlier CPLD/FPGA generations and modern Stratix devices.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements are limited due to the obsolete status. Consider the EP20K200EQI240-2 if BGA packaging is acceptable. For new designs, Intel recommends migrating to Agilex or Cyclone families, though these require significant schematic and layout changes.